1351070 Removing and installing/replacing right high pressure pump (N63): Recycling

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Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

IMPORTANT: High-pressure pump can be pretensioned by camshaft cams!

Slightly slacken screws (1) of high pressure pump (2). If the high pressure pump is forced out, the engine will have to be turned to bring the camshafts to a different position.

Otherwise it will not be possible to install the high-pressure pump!

Fig 1: Identifying High Pressure Pump With Mounting Screws

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Rotate engine at central bolt through 90° in direction of engine rotation.

Fig 2: [Engine Rotation Position At Central Bolt]

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Release screws (1).

Replace screws (1). Screws (1) are coated with sealant.

IMPORTANT: Pump plunger can fall out when high-pressure pump (2) is pulled out!

Detach high-pressure pump (2) and remove.

Engine oil can escape when pump is detached; have a cleaning cloth ready.

Installation note:

Provisionally fasten screws (1) and tighten uniformly in 180° increments until final tightening.

Tightening torque 13 51 1AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying High Pressure Pump With Mounting Screws

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Installation note:

Replace sealing ring (1).

Clean contact surfaces.

Fig 4: Identifying High Pressure Pump Seal Ring

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Assemble engine.

Check fuel system for tightness.

Check function of DME.